1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 144 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Allegro | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
